The Game Awards 2025 takes place on Thursday, December 11, at 8 p.m. ET, hosted by Geoff Keighley, to honor outstanding games released over the past year and unveil trailers for upcoming titles through a live broadcast accessible on multiple streaming platforms.
How to watch The Game Awards 2025?
A pre-show precedes the main ceremony, starting at 7:30 p.m. ET on the same evening. This additional segment extends the coverage for viewers interested in extended content related to the event. The overall program combines recognition of achievements in the gaming industry with presentations of new content, including trailers that highlight forthcoming releases from various developers.
YouTube serves as the primary broadcasting channel, delivering the show in 4K resolution. This high-definition format ensures that trailers and visual elements appear with optimal clarity, enhancing the viewing experience for those tuned in. Official co-streaming partners include Twitch and TikTok Live, both of which enable interactive features such as chat and real-time engagement. Steam offers another avenue for watching, integrated directly into its platform for users already engaged with gaming content. Amazon Prime Video also streams the entire program, providing an option for subscribers familiar with the service’s interface.
The Game Awards 2025 extends to social media channels through Facebook Live, Instagram, and X, broadening reach to users on these networks. These streams allow for seamless sharing and discussion among communities during the event.
Nominations this year feature projects from a strong slate of releases. The awards recognize contributions in specific areas, including Innovation in Accessibility, which highlights advancements in making games more inclusive for diverse players. Games For Impact acknowledges titles that address social issues effectively. Excellence in artistry and design honors recent works for their creative and technical accomplishments in visual and structural elements.
The Day of the Devs showcase occurs the previous day, on Wednesday, December 10. This event focuses on independent game developments, presenting highlights from the indie scene to spotlight emerging talents and innovative projects outside major studio productions.
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— PlayStation (@PlayStation) December 9, 2025
Host Geoff Keighley has outlined several anticipated reveals. Lara Croft makes an appearance, continuing the character’s presence in gaming events. Wildflower Interactive, the new studio led by Bruce Straley, known for co-directing The Last of Us, announces details about its work. PlayStation shares updates on Saros, developed by Housemarque as a successor to Returnal. Ongoing discussions persist regarding Half-Life 3, fueled by community interest and historical context within the franchise.
